GirlStyle Beauty Awards 2023: Best Makeup Removers That'll Get Rid Of Stubborn Dirt & Impurities

By Shairah on 10 Mar 2023

Project Editor

Makeup removal may not be the most exciting step in any skincare routine but it is certainly one of the most important. That's because all the skincare in world won't work if you don't begin with a clean canvas that's free from impurities.

Whether you need to remove a full face of foundation, budge-proof mascara or a long-lasting lippie, we've got your covered with our shortlist of the four best makeup removers in Singapore that will get rid of all that stuff, while giving your face a fresh, clean slate for the rest of your skincare routine.

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Most Effective Makeup Remover: ISDIN Micellar Solution

Whether you prefer oil- or water-based makeup removers, ISDIN's Micellar Solution is a fantastic option to keep in your beauty arsenal. Makeup artist and GirlStyle Beauty Awards judge Ying Cui loved the ideal combination of oil and micellar water, which removed her makeup thoroughly and toned her skin without leaving an oily residue. What's more, its gentle formulation is great for touch-ups and corrections even in the midst of applying makeup.

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Gentlest Makeup Remover For Sensitive Skin: Curél Makeup Cleansing Gel

Like cleansers, some makeup removers can leave your skin feeling dry and stripped. So our top pick for dry, sensitive skin is the Curél Makeup Cleansing Gel. It has a mild and silky gel formulation that glides gently onto the skin and wash way impurities without damaging the skin's protective barrier.

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Best Eye & Lip Makeup Remover: Avène Eau Thermale Intense Eye MakeUp Remover

Mascara can be a chore to remove – especially when you have delicate eyelash extensions. Avène's Intense Eye MakeUp Remover is powerful yet gentle enough to get the job done effectively, thanks to its unique bi-phase formula. With just one swipe, it removed our tester's heavy eye makeup and waterproof mascara without leaving a greasy residue.

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Best Makeup Wipes: Bifesta Makeup Remover Wipes Moist

Bifesta's wipes are a perennial best-seller and it's easy to see why. We love the convenience of these wipes that can remove even the toughest waterproof makeup and tone your skin at the same time with just one swipe – no double cleansing needed afterwards! Unlike other packets of makeup wipes which tend to dry out quickly, we noticed that each lotion-infused sheet stays moist and saturated even when the pack is left open for long periods of time.